16 October 2011

How To: Nail Polish Sponge Art

So I was reading my morning blogs yesterday, as usual, and I saw so many NOTDS where people had used sponges to apply their nail polish, which I think is such creative and fabulous idea. I'm always in the mood to experiment, especially with my nails, so I thought I would give it ago.

So this is what I (with very little nail polish ability, I may add) achieved.

Here is what you will need if you, want to give it a go yourself:

I originally wanted to use Barry M blue moon , but it was too sheer.

3 Nail Polish Colours (of your choice) I chose:

Barry M Grey, Navy & Sephora By OPI Havana Dreams.

Topcoat & Basecoat

Nail Polish Remover & Cotton Buds

Sponges (duh lol)

Glitter (which is optional, I used NYX Silver Glitter)

I first applied a basecoat as dark colours always tend to stain my nails, I then applied 2 coats of Barry M Grey. I waited for my nails to be completely dry, as I didn't want the sponge to dent or brush off any of the grey, Next I put a bit of Havana Dreams on a sponge and started blotting away. I did the same thing with the navy colour and then waited for it to dry.

I personally love the colour combination, as they are 3 of my favourite colours.

Lastly I put on a topcoat and when it was still tacky, I added some glitter to make it a bit more fun.

I am so happy with how they turned out, I'm not going to lie at the beginning they looked vile, so glad I persevered, it did take me a while though, about an hour, so it's not something to do if you are going somewhere. I love it, so thank you to whoever came up with this amazing idea, it fab, and so fun.